David Huckfelt Describes What Inspired Him to Record a Cover of the Song "Yours No More"
•February 26, 2026
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Why It Matters
By linking a protest song to Minneapolis’ current unrest, Huckfelt’s cover amplifies immigrant solidarity and demonstrates how art can sustain community morale during turbulent times.
Key Takeaways
- •Huckfelt records "Yours No More" as immigrant protest anthem.
- •Song originally by Malcolm Holcombe, written 2016, posthumous permission.
- •Minneapolis unrest inspires him to highlight resilience and hope.
- •He believes aggression is temporary; spirits must stay uplifted.
- •Pride in community activism despite chaotic protests and symbols.
Summary
David Huckfelt explains why he chose to record a cover of "Yours No More," a pro‑immigrant protest song written in 2016 by the late North Carolina songwriter Malcolm Holcombe. He secured Holcombe’s permission before the songwriter’s death and intends the track to honor immigrants who strive to build new lives for their families.
The timing of the recording coincides with six weeks of intense unrest in Minneapolis, which Huckfelt describes as “heavy.” He argues the song’s message—celebrating spiritual resilience and the temporary nature of aggression—offers a hopeful counterpoint to the city’s turmoil. By framing the unrest as a momentary surge of madness, he suggests that maintaining morale will enable the community to emerge stronger.
Huckfelt paints vivid scenes of the protests: a 70‑year‑old man in mukluks waving an upside‑down flag, teachers holding signs, and a palpable sense of collective pride. He notes he has never felt prouder of any place he’s lived, underscoring the solidarity he witnesses among diverse participants.
The cover underscores music’s power to amplify social movements and immigrant advocacy, potentially inspiring other artists to lend their voices. It also signals a broader cultural shift where artistic expression becomes a rallying point for community resilience amid civil unrest.
Original Description
David Huckfelt talks about covering Malcolm Holcombe's "Yours No More"
Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt's latest album, "I Was Born But...," is a collection of covers carefully selected by Huckfelt. Among the tracks on the album is Huckfelt's cover of Malcolm Holcombe's "Yours No More," a song that particularly resonated for the Minneapolis-based Huckfelt. "One thing I love about 'Yours No More' is that it celebrates the immigrant," Huckfelt says.
See more of what David Huckfelt has to say in the video above.
Credits
Guest – @DavidHuckfeltMusic
Host / Producer – Diane
Video / Digital Producer – Luke Taylor
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